Thanks to a whole bunch of television shows and online tutorials, an increasing number of homeowners are taking home improvement and household repairs into their own hands. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction that comes from a job well done, and a little bit of elbow grease can definitely save your family some money. Unfortunately, some homeowners “bite off more than they can chew” from time to time, and wind up having to bring in a professional to clean up their mess.
Electric @ Home
If you haven’t upgraded to LED lighting yet, what’s stopping you?
As much as we enjoy the convenience of our household utilities, there are certain times of year when we expect to hear a drum roll as we’re opening up our bills. Energy costs are currently at an all time high, and are going to continue increasing. Is there anything that we can do to fight back?
Four ways to be safe when using electricity at home
Keeping ourselves and our children safe is always priority number one! That’s why we always make sure to keep our doors locked, deal with necessary household repairs as quickly as we can, and keep emergency supplies in convenient locations. It’s also important to take a few easy precautions to make sure that we’re always using our everyday electrical appliances safely.
We can help you with electrical upgrades for your home!
One of the difficult realities that we all face as homeowners is long-term maintenance. No matter how well that your home was built, over time it will require a fresh coat of paint, new appliances, and other repairs. Some are quick and easy, some can be unexpected and costly. Fortunately, routine preventative maintenance can help you manage costs in the short term, and prepare more effectively for bigger long term expenses.
Electrical Safety is no Accident!
Most of us take electricity for granted, at least until we experience a power outage. But the reality is that it’s one of our greatest modern conveniences. We can light up any room in the house with the flick of a switch, and it helps us prepare our food, keep our families comfortable, and stay entertained. It’s also very safe, as long as you always use it responsibly.
Want to save on electrical costs? We can help!
Energy costs are always on the rise, and there appears to be no end in sight. Arkansas is definitely no stranger to seasonal weather extremes, and it won’t be long before the outside temperatures (and your electric bills) start approaching triple digits. You do everything you can to be more energy-efficient, including turning off the lights in unoccupied rooms and constantly adjusting your thermostat, but you’re still not seeing a very big drop in your monthly bills. What else can you do?
3 reasons why GHEC clients are so loyal
Since 1978, Arkansans have consistently trusted Gary Houston Electric for quality electrical services. Our team of skilled electricians are always a phone call or mouse click away when you need them, and our commitment to legendary customer service is second to none! We can help with residential lighting design and commercial lighting design for new construction or remodeling projects, electrical wiring, safety inspections, and emergency service. And be sure to give us a call for more information about a Kohler emergency generator!
Gary Houston Electric offers emergency electrical services around the clock!
Even though we get so used to it that we tend to take it for granted, it’s great to have electricity in our homes. After all, it keeps our families comfortable, fed, and entertained. Even short power outages are a real inconvenience, but what happens when you have an electrical emergency? Do you know when to call an electrician? The answer is any time that you feel that your family is at risk. The modest expense of an emergency electrician is a small price to pay to keep your home and family safe.
Start the new year off with a safety inspection!
When it comes to household electrical safety, you owe it to yourself and your family to be proactive. Most newer homes are built to very strict safety standards, but older homes might not have been built to those same standards, and may need some updates. Whatever the case, it can be very dangerous to assume that you don’t have any problems. That’s why you need to call an electrician every few years to make sure that you’re doing everything that you can to prevent electrical fires, frequently tripped breakers, and other problems.
Remodeling or Adding On? Call Us!
We all take a lot of pride in our homes, and spend most of our time there. Unfortunately, sometimes our needs change from the time that we moved in, and we have to make a change. In many cases, our families start to get larger (and acquire more things), and we outgrow the space. Sometimes we decide to finally get around to making those renovations that we’ve talked about since the day that we moved in.
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